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Josmeyer is an Alsatian wine estate established in Wintzenheim in 1854 by Aloyse Meyer. The family-owned domaine manages vineyards across several Alsace Grand Cru sites, including Hengst and Brand. It is recognized for producing varietal Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Gewurztraminer. The estate transitioned to biodynamic farming practices in the early 2000s to emphasize soil health and terroir expression in its wines.
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Where is Domaine Josmeyer located and what Grand Cru sites does it farm?
The estate is based in Wintzenheim, just west of Colmar in Alsace, France. It manages vineyards across several Alsace Grand Cru climats, most notably Hengst and Brand, both renowned for their complex marl and limestone soils.
What grape varieties does Josmeyer specialise in?
Josmeyer produces varietal wines from the classic Alsace grapes: Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Blanc. Their Rieslings from the Grand Cru Hengst site are particularly respected for their ageing potential and minerality.
When was Josmeyer founded and who runs it now?
The domaine was established in 1854 by Aloyse Meyer in Wintzenheim and has remained family-owned for over 170 years. Céline Meyer has been leading the estate's modern era, pushing toward organic and biodynamic viticulture.
What does the name 'Josmeyer' mean?
The name combines 'Jos,' an Alsatian diminutive of Joseph, with 'Meyer,' the founding family surname. Aloyse Meyer originally established the business as a négociant house, and the Josmeyer brand identity evolved from the family's lineage of Joseph Meyers across generations.
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